Subject: RE: Franklin area Originally posted by Mike_D Hey! I grew up there! Town looks nothing like it once did, thats for sure -so built up. I'm no longer there, but check the Y? They may have some info, and if there is a Masters swim class, its likely there are local tri folks in the class. I believe Lake Pearl in Wrentham has a sprint tri they sponsor, so that could be another good venue for making local contacts. Don't know if there is a bike shop in town, but if so, always a good spot. Hey I know I'm like 6 months behind but bear with me - I've done the Lake Pearl tri a couple times which is YMCA sponsored (Hockomock which is North Attleboro, Foxboro, and I believe Franklin as well). It's small but fun, and growing every year. My wife did a couple of them the two years before me and it's definitely grown! I plan on doing it again this year. Also check out the 'newbie' tri prep class they do the week before. I'm not a newbie but do it every year anyway - it's an excuse to donate $20 to the Y's Reach Out for Families and Youth campaign, and its the only time you can swim the swim course other than on race day - it's a private beach for members. Plus you get a guided ride on the bike course. |